WHY DRAMA SCHOOL?
Drama covers an array of careers and work options. However, the career paths of some graduates lead to a variety of related work – such as for Fay Rusling who has combined a successful career as an actor with that of a writer for productions including: Smack The Pony 1, 2 and 3 and The Green Wing. Some have gone on to set up their own theatre or media companies, become agents or casting directors, work in film or television production. Back to top DO I NEED TO TRAIN? There are successful actors who did not attend drama school but, as Manpower services report found, 86% of working actors had received professional training. Attending a drama school is seen as increasingly important in developing a sustainable career across the whole breadth of the profession. The training on courses at specialist institutions like Birmingham School of Acting not only includes the components of acting but also provides career advice and support in finding work and an agent – which can make the difference
